Supported by Arts Council England and Falmouth Town Council
Saturday 30 November
Beginner Harp Taster 15:30-17:00
Come and try your hand on the harp. A
taster session for those who have
never played the harp and would love to
have a try! A 30 minute 1:2 teacher to
student ratio workshop run by local
harpist Alice Wonder. We will be using
folk/half size harps for this workshop.
The WAD 19:30-20:00
A Falmouth-based Morris dancing side named after Joan the WAD, Queen of the Cornish Piskies. Taking inspiration from Cornish folklore and Joan's feisty and fiery nature, this all-female Morris side brings the WAD energy and a modern, progressive take to a mixture of traditional border and Cotswold dances.
Anna McLuckie 20:00-21:30
Scottish singer, songwriter and Clàrsach player. Raised on classical and traditional music, Anna’s writing draws on her musical beginnings and also takes influence from her love of popular music and more experimental sounds. Her music sits in a world of contemporary folklore; her songs layered with interweaving harmonies, story-led lyricism and free form structures.
Stone Club DJs 21:30-00:00
Founded by Lally MacBeth & Matthew Shaw, join Stone Club for a journey into the realm of the mythic. Featuring sounds from around the world, they will take you on a voyage taking in everything from Breton Hurdy Gurdys to Welsh Harps, and more than a few Gregorian chants.
Sunday 1 December
Harp Journey with Alice Wonder 15:00-16:00
A wonderful, wandering into the
imagination with harp music. Learn about the magical, healing
histories of celtic harp music and
experience a calming
soundscape journey. A semi-interactive
workshop that will leave you feeling
inspired and unwound. During parts of this workshop you will
be invited to sit on the ground, lie or
move around. This is not essential to
the experience and is still accessible to
those who are unable to do this. Bring
comfortable clothes and a blanket or
mat (i.e yoga mat) if you have one.
An opportunity for electronica buffs and instrumentalists of all kinds to work with hurdy gurdy player Ian Waughman. This will be a collaborative and creative workshop with a focus on giving participants the opportunity to do something new with their instrument, equipment and/or writing. Starting from some of Ian’s lyrics, a fusion of Cumbia beats and chords, a pinch of Dub sounds and some Hurdy Gurdy we can have a fun and creative couple of hours. Anything is possible! All levels welcome. All instruments welcome. All forms of participation welcome.
Gurdy Jam Curtain Raiser 19:30-20:00
A one-off ceilidh with dances from across the UK and beyond. Dance along to traditional tunes re-interpreted by a band that includes harp and hurdy-gurdy. No experience needed, we guarantee a lively session.
